3/21/2005

Priesthood Preparation -- Lesson 1

Here's my draft outline for the first Priesthood Preparation lesson.

I Gaining a testimony of Jesus Christ (Alma 32) A Why does it matter? B How can I do it? 1 Personal and family scripture study 2 Personal and family prayer 3 Regular attendance at meetings 4 Giving serviceII Priesthood Organization A Aaronic 1 Role 2 Offices and duties B Melchezidek 1 Role 2 Offices and duties C Quorums 1 Purposes of 2 Membership in 3 Activities ofIII Keeping Covenants A Many kinds of covenants B Basic principles 1 Understanding the covenant 2 Having a testimony 3 Having integrity 4 Making a daily effortIV The Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood A Group reading of D & C 84:33-41 B Discuss individual application C Magnifying callings